News
Ant International unveils microlending service bettr
Ant International unveils microlending service bettr
It has partnered with Thailand’s AWC to start.
Hong Kong’s ZA Bank unveils stock rebate programme
Users can also collect a big-name US stock worth up to $77.77.
Mizuho and Lombard Odier ink sustainability alliance agreement
Lombard Odier will act as a strategic advisor and consulting partner to Mizuho.
MUFG issues apology after authorities recommend administrative action
Its two companies were accused of inappropriately sharing data between them.
Japan’s SMBC and Asuene to offer decarbonisation management solutions
SMBC and Asuene floated plans to expand globally.
Kenanga Investment Bank names ex-Citi banker as iindependent non-exec director
Angeline Ong Su Ming spent two decades working in Citigroup.
OCBC Securities launches Singapore’s first AI stock-picker
The AI-powered tool will be key to boosting its pool of active investors.
DBS Hong Kong names Ed Lam as board member
Lam is the CEO of LFX Limited.
OCBC Digital Silvers Programme targets 10,000 “digitally shy” elderly
The bank kicked off the programme in 2024 with a carnival-style event at Bishan Community Club.
DBS named as SEA’s most profitable bank
DBS ranked as the 10th largest company in terms of revenue in Fortune’s SEA 500 list.
Rapid loan growth weighs on Bank of Suzhou’s capital ratios
The bank is expected to maintain good asset quality over the same period.
OCBC’s final offer for Great Eastern squeeze out at S$25.6 per share
Closing date has been extended to 12 July.
Citi Commercial Bank targets mid-sized corporates in Japan
This follows CCB’s expansion in France and Ireland in 2023.
Evergreen Group obtains financing license to expand in Malaysia
With the license, the company can fund affordable housing for civil servants.
Hong Leong bank boosts efficiency and personalisation with AI
AI's role in personalising banking services and streamlining processes highlighted.
DBS targets $370b in wealth assets by 2026
DBS saw a 23% increase in wealth assets in 2023.
Citi appoints new sales head for key Asian markets
She previously worked at Bank of America and JPMorgan.
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